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St Michael's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School

Maple Avenue, Braintree, CM7 2NS

Voluntary aided school · Ages 4–11 · Mixed

Ofsted

Requires improvement

Dec 2022

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52% of pupils met the expected standard in reading, writing and maths (KS2, 2024/25).

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Exam Results

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KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading

67.0%

Writing

67.0%

Maths

66.0%

RWM Combined

52.0%

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St Francis Catholic Primary School, Braintree

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0.96 km away · Community school

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Notley Green Primary School

1.55 km away · Academy converter

Good

John Ray Junior School

1.56 km away · Academy sponsor led

Good

John Ray Infant School

1.56 km away · Academy converter

Good

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About St Michael's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School

St Michael's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School is a primary school in Braintree, Essex. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Requires improvement (2022 inspection). According to the latest Ofsted Parent View survey (Sept 2025, 175 responses), 60% of parents would recommend this school. Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 52% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 405 pupils on roll. Compare the available school details with nearby alternatives to help build your shortlist.

Location: Maple Avenue, Braintree, CM7 2NS | More schools in Essex

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for St Michael's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

Nov 2021 — School remains Outstanding (Concerns) - S5 …
Dec 2022 — Requires improvement
Nov 2021 — School remains Outstanding (Concerns) - S5 …
Dec 2015 — Outstanding

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

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Frequently asked questions about St Michael's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School

What is St Michael's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School's Ofsted rating?

St Michael's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School received a Requires improvement rating from Ofsted following its 2022 inspection.

What do parents say about St Michael's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School?

Ofsted Parent View (Sept 2025, 175 responses): 60% of parents would recommend St Michael's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School.

What are St Michael's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School's latest exam results?

St Michael's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School: KS2 2024/25: 52% met expected standard in RWM. Check the source and academic year shown with each result.

Where is St Michael's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School located?

St Michael's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School is a primary school in Braintree, Essex (CM7 2NS).

How many pupils attend St Michael's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School?

St Michael's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School has around 405 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

How can I compare St Michael's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School with other schools?

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